Female Waxing Aftercare

Now for the serious waxing aftercare stuff… If you don’t want to suffer from ingrown hairs, then follow our advice or ignore it at your peril!

nkd sells a range of specialist pre-care and post-care waxing lotions and potions, which your therapist can talk you through. These range from tea tree oil moisturisers and exfoliators for use on even the most sensitive of areas, skin soothers, hair retardants to slow down hair growth and various specialist ingrown hair treatments. We even sell a bespoke aftercare pack, which contains everything you need to ensure that your waxed skin stays smooth and bump-free.

Now for the serious waxing aftercare stuff… If you don’t want to suffer from ingrown hairs, then follow our advice or ignore it at your peril!

nkd’s top five waxing aftercare tips

Moisturise the waxed area regularly. Ingrown hairs are often caused by dry or flaky skin which does not allow the hair to grow through. If you are moisturising your intimate bits, be sure to use an appropriate cream or oil that won’t aggravate these most sensitive of areas.

Exfoliate the waxed area several times a week to get rid of dead skin cells. Again, if it’s an intimate area, make sure you choose a suitable scrub. Choose a gentle exfoliator – too harsh and it will irritate your skin or make it sore. In fact, over-exfoliation or the use of an unsuitable scrub will graze the skin and may actually cause ingrown hairs, rather than prevent them.

A washable exfoliating cloth can be a great aid to use alongside your normal shower gel. Such cloths often exfoliate the skin by themselves, without the need for an additional scrub and they leave your skin feeling extremely clean and smooth. These kind of wash clothes are a much better solution than traditional loofahs, which can’t be put in the washing machine and which therefore harbour germs.

For non-intimate areas of the body, dry brushing can have a useful exfoliating effect.

Dead sea salt used as bath salts can help prevent infection as can anti-bacterial shower gels. Soothing lotions and gels, especially those containing products such as tea-tree oil, aloe vera and witch-hazel can also alleviate irritation.

Try and avoid exercise for 24-hours. Do not scratch or touch the area with unwashed hands.

Avoid applying deodorant, anything perfumed or make-up to the waxed area for 24 hours.

In the unlikely event that your skin has not returned to normal after 24 hours, seek advice from your GP in case you have had an allergic reaction to the wax or in case an infection is developing.

My wax with Hannah was much more thorough and less painful than previous waxing treatments I've had in the past at other beauty salons.

Kate G

07/04/16

Following my last NKD appointment I went to another salon for a different treatment. It was immediately apparent I had been spoilt with professionalism, experience and amazing customer service at NKD. I will not go anywhere else now!!

Leanne T

19/04/16

The nkd service is professional and discreet - with incredible lasting results!

Rosie G

19/04/16

Every time I visit nkd I'm always treated brilliantly: professional and personal.

Vicky A

15/02/16

Nkd is definitely the best waxing salon I've tried in Nottingham. I'm a returning customer since I've first tried it.

Agatha R

10/03/16

My brow wax at nkd was better than at other salons because Amy actually asked me what shape I wanted for my brows and she got the shape really well by working with my eyebrows' natural shape.

Rosie H

3/12/15

Great service. Friendly staff. Highly recommend the salon for waxing and lashes.

Caroline A

15/12/15

Lovely group of ladies at nkd, extremely friendly but very professional also.

Carly A

15/12/15

I had a great experience for my first time wax. The consultation was thorough and I felt comfortable to ask any questions I had.

Gina F

29/12/15

My waxes at nkd couldn't really get better, unless I was waxed by a naked bradley cooper. That would be better.

Natalie C

3/12/15

Nkd is a really professional salon where you are always made to feel completely at ease. Would definitely recommend.

Samantha H

14/1/15

The girls are professional and friendly without being over friendly when you are in those intimate positions... And nkd waxes are (relatively!!) pain free!!! X

Emma A

10/12/15

I'm a big fan of nkd - I've been coming for nearly four years. I now commute from living in London to get a treatment with you. Thanks!

Louise T

30/12/15

I always find that no matter who my therapist is, the wax is done in a way to cause as little pain as possible. I really like this as it means I can book in with any of the therapists and know it'll be fine!